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Dumbbell Jumping Squat
Muscles involved
The dumbbell jumping squat adds load to a jump. It builds explosive quads and glutes.
How to do it
- Stand with feet apart, holding dumbbells with arms extended.
- Bend your knees, lowering into a squat.
- Propel yourself explosively upward, performing a jump.
- Land softly by bending your knees to cushion.
Equipment required
Muscles worked
Tips
- Land softly with bent knees to absorb the impact. - Use the momentum of your legs for the jump, not your back. - Keep the dumbbells stable throughout the movement.
Difficulty
IntermedioFrequently asked questions
Dumbbell Jumping Squat: which muscles does it work?
Dumbbell Jumping Squat mainly works: Glutes, Quadriceps. It also involves: Gluteus maximus, Adductor magnus, Hamstrings, Soleus, Gastrocnemius.
What is Dumbbell Jumping Squat good for?
The dumbbell jumping squat adds load to a jump. It builds explosive quads and glutes.
How do you do Dumbbell Jumping Squat with proper form?
- Land softly with bent knees to absorb the impact. - Use the momentum of your legs for the jump, not your back. - Keep the dumbbells stable throughout the movement.
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